Job Description

Career Area:

Operations

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title: Quality

Inspector

Salary: 17.27

Location: Shrewsbury

Benefits:

25 days annual leave, Up to 6% Bonus Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10% Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution. Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar is a world leader in construction and mining equipment--creating innovative, cutting-edge


products and services that help our customers build the world around us. With that level of impact comes


the platform to care for the world, we work in. That's why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve


the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities


we help build.

Job Opportunity:

From day one, you're set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience,


competitive salary package, work-life balance and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100


company. You power our success and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work


can impact the entire world, it's important to do work that matters.

Caterpillar Shrewsbury are responsible for the design, development, and integration of engine and


drivetrain packages to meet the needs of tracked and wheeled products globally. The facility also provides


remanufacturing services of industrial engines, components, and transmissions. An opportunity has


become available for a Goods Receiving Inspector within the Inspection Department at Caterpillar


Shrewsbury. Reporting to the Inspection Team Leader, the incumbent will be predominately responsible for


inspecting precision engineering components, and supporting other activities within the Inspection


Department, achieving quality and on time delivery to customer specifications. This is a challenging role


and represents an exciting opportunity working as part of a highly focused team.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Undertake inspection measurement of precision components using Coordinated Measuring
Machines, Faro Arms, and tabletop inspection methods.

Product Audits, of components and assemblies. Undertake Tabletop inspection and Proofing of components, including crack and hardness
testing.

Calibration of Gauges. Book and comment on material using MRP system eg MFG/PRO. Technically Support Quality & Design Engineers. Compile and Issue Initial Sample Inspection Reports and inspection audit reports. Complete Laboratory Analysis of fluids and materials.

Skills and Experience:

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

Having a recognised Engineering qualification eg apprenticeship and/or relevant job related experience Ability to read Engineering drawings, and full understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Practical experience in an Inspection role. Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise a varied range of work. Self-motivated with the ability to work on their own initiative.

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

Computer literate. Including knowledge of Microsoft Office and MRP system (MFG/PRO) Industry experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, Automotive, or Aerospace. Experience with casting, machining and Assembly processes is highly desirable.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and


experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

This job is subject to U.S. and U.K. rules concerning the export and protection of controlled or protected technologies or information, including, but not limited to, U.S. State Department regulations at International Traffic in Arms (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. 120 et. seq.; the Export Administration Regulation, 15 C.F.R. 730-774; and the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. 500-598, and the United Kingdom Official Secrets Act 1989 (collectively, "Export Control and Protection of Information Laws"), and you may be subjected to additional security screening / checking

Posting Dates:

August 18, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply


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